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Old 04-08-2003 | 06:23 PM
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Default Wing Construction - all balsa or sheeted foam?

Doesn't it depend on the application?
For example, the airplanes for the SAE competion will never fly faster than 50mph. Still their wings will need to withstand some 25~30lbs, plus gusts, 60 degree bank turns, etc. X 1.5 safety factor! All that at one or two attach points!!!
How do I handle that?
Books, magazines or sites suggestions with pictures, figures, graphs and the available methods / options are welcome!
Thanks again.